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Fire ignites at house in Swindon

An investigation is underway into the cause of a severe fire at a house in Swindon last night.

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Woman dies in hospital following devastating house fire

Firefighters were called to the property in Manchester Road on Sunday night Credit: Viewer footage

A woman who was seriously injured in a fire at a house in Swindon has died.

The 30-year-old was taken to hospital along with two other adults and a baby girl after the blaze broke out on Sunday evening in Manchester Road. The cause of the fire is still unknown.

Fire officers will be on hand at the nearby mosque to offer support to local residents.

An investigation is underway into what caused the fire Credit: Wiltshire Fire and Rescue

"This facility is to support people in this community during what is a difficult time for those living here.

"Not only will this give local people a central meeting point to come together but also reassurance through the fire prevention advice available.

"Police officers will also be on hand to give reassurance and listen to anyone who may want to give additional information to help our enquiries."

– Superintendent Charlie Armstrong
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